First human application of novel PET tracer for prostate cancer First human application of novel PET tracer for prostate cancer:- The study compared the effectiveness of the new tracer with 11C-choline (already widely used for imaging prostate cancer) in two mouse models and also performed the first PET/CT scan with […]
A ‘perfect storm’ superbug: How an invasive fungus got health officials’ attention A ‘perfect storm’ superbug: How an invasive fungus got health officials’ attention:- Try as they might, the infection control specialists at Royal Brompton Hospital could not eradicate the invasive fungus that was attacking already gravely ill patients in […]
The link between deodorant and breast cancer The link between deodorant and breast cancer:- Not that long ago, you might have heard about an alarming concern with deodorant. People warned their friends through email and social media that these necessary antiperspirants cause breast cancer. Actually, some people even stopped using […]
Johns Hopkins Hospital moves up to #3 among U.S. hospitals Johns Hopkins Hospital moves up to #3 among U.S. hospitals:- Johns Hopkins Hospital moved up to third from fourth in the latest rankings of American hospitals by U.S. News and World Report, but fell short of reclaiming the top spot […]
What Bloodied This Teen’s Feet? Tiny Marine Flesh Eaters Had Scientists Stumped What Bloodied This Teen’s Feet? Tiny Marine Flesh Eaters Had Scientists Stumped:- The attack took all of half an hour. That’s about how long Sam Kanizay says he spent relaxing waist-deep in the waters of Melbourne, Australia’s Brighton […]
Evoked potential test and results Evoked potential test and results:- Used as a diagnostic tool, evoked potential tests can detect abnormal responses to stimulation that may indicate a medical condition. Evoked potential tests are commonly used to help diagnose multiple sclerosis (MS). This article will give an overview of what […]
Empty nose syndrome: Causes, symptoms, and treatment Empty nose syndrome: Causes, symptoms, and treatment:- Empty nose syndrome (ENS) is most common in people who have had nasal surgery, such as a turbinectomy. The turbinates play a vital role in breathing, and altering them may bring about the symptoms of ENS. […]
America’s ‘drug infested dens’ a national emergency? America’s ‘drug infested dens’ a national emergency?:- Last Monday the White House commission examining the nation’s opioid epidemic, headed by New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie, released its interim report that says President Donald Trump should declare an emergency because “our citizens are dying.” […]
Dopamine neurons may regulate our biological clock Dopamine neurons may regulate our biological clock:- A team of researchers from the University of Virginia (UVA) in Charlottesville set out to examine the neurological underpinnings of our so-called body clock. The phrase “biological clock” refers to the “center” that controls the different […]
New discovery may ‘impact treatment of autoimmune diseases New discovery may ‘impact treatment of autoimmune diseases:- Autoimmune diseases are triggered when our immune system misidentifies healthy cells as foreign bodies and decides to attack them. In this process, certain cells called “T cells,” which are found in the immune system, […]
